Self-Illuminating Exterior Façade — No Bulky Halogen
For TLW on MG Road, the client wanted a completely self-illuminating exterior façade—no bulky halogen fixtures on poles—while achieving a seamless, “wow” factor that would stand out to motorists and pedestrians alike.
Challenge & Solution
- Uniform, Joint-Free Illumination: Solid acrylic would have been ideal for a bright, unbroken glow but prohibitively expensive at this scale. Instead, we engineered a backlit light box system with a smooth acrylic front panel.
- Custom Image ability: To give the façade texture and brand character, we CNC-route red an ACP (Aluminium Composite Panel) overlay in a bespoke halftone pattern and mounted it over the acrylic. This created depth, visual intrigue, and reinforced TLW’s identity.
- Dimensional Lettering:Solid channel letters were added on top of the acrylic face to introduce a three-dimensional effect, making the signage both legible and premium-looking.
Materials & Execution
- Light box Frame & LEDs:Engineered aluminium framing houses evenly spaced, energy-efficient LED strips that bathe the entire façade in uniform light.
- Acrylic Façade Panel:High-opacity sheet provides a smooth, joint-free illuminated surface.
- CNC-Route red ACP Overlay:Precision-cut half-tone pattern on durable ACP adds branding texture without compromising illumination.
- Solid Channel Letters:Powder-coated aluminium letters mounted on standoffs deliver crisp, pop-out lettering.
Key Benefits & Features
- Safety & Cleanliness:All lighting is contained within the sign itself—no external fixtures to obstruct traffic or require extra maintenance.
- Cost-Effective Brilliance:Light box plus ACP overlay achieved the brightness of solid acrylic at a fraction of the cost.
- Instant Brand Recognition:The halftone pattern and 3D letters create a signature look that draws eyes from both directions on the road.
- Scalable Design:The same modular approach has been successfully rolled out at Moul¬sari, Moul¬sari Metro, and IFFCO Chowk locations.
Result
On installation day, the illuminated façade immediately captured attention from every passerby. TLW’s MG Road store became a local landmark—and, in respect to the client’s trust, this signature design remains exclusive to their locations.